In a new industry resource, global HR research and advisory
firm McLean & Company explains that experiencing trauma can
significantly and negatively impact employee health and wellbeing
and, in turn, organizational outcomes. The firm's insights outline
how organizations can provide safe work environments for impacted
employees with intentional planning and commitment from HR and
people leaders.
TORONTO, June 27,
2024 /PRNewswire/ - As the employee experience
continues to gain traction as a critical organizational priority,
HR leaders are considering how to foster safe workplaces for all,
both physically and psychologically. According to a new resource
from global HR research and advisory firm McLean &
Company, enabling safe workplaces requires understanding,
destigmatizing, and acknowledging trauma and the impacts it can
have on employee performance. As employees look to their employers
for a holistic employee experience that addresses all aspects of
safety in the workplace, adopting trauma-informed approaches to
talent management demonstrates that the organization views its
workforce as people first and prioritizes employee wellness and
safety. To help HR and people leaders understand the complexities
of trauma and implement trauma-informed practices within their
organizations, the firm has published its latest guide,
Introduction to Trauma-Informed Workplaces for
HR.
"Becoming trauma-informed is a proactive approach to
promoting health and preventing harm that demonstrates
organizational support of wellbeing and safety for all
individuals," says Elysca Fernandes, Director of HR
Research & Advisory Services at McLean & Company.
"Failing to intentionally be a trauma-informed organization
risks the psychological safety and wellbeing of individuals in the
organization who have survived trauma, are experiencing trauma, or
may encounter trauma in the future."
McLean & Company advises that exposure to trauma and the
level of organizational responsibility varies across industries.
For example, the likelihood of experiencing trauma due to the
nature of work is more pronounced in victim services industries or
in professions that face repeated exposure to traumatic events,
such as public safety personnel and humanitarian relief
workers.
Public- and service-based industries carry a higher risk of
vicarious trauma experienced from exposure to the trauma of
individuals they serve, meaning organizations in these industries
have a greater responsibility to ensure their workforce and
workplaces are trauma-informed to fulfill service mandates.
However, regardless of industry, failing to be trauma-informed
can have negative impacts on organizational outcomes, including
decreased productivity and increased absenteeism and turnover.
Being trauma-informed is an integral part of the effort to create a
culture of safety, inclusion, and wellbeing.
To support employees who have experienced trauma and counteract
its adverse effects, organizations can implement holistic wellbeing
programs, which are a great source of organizational support for
employees. In fact, according to data collected to inform McLean
& Company's HR Trends Report 2024, employees
who feel their organizations support their wellbeing are 2.5
times more likely to believe the organization has the ability to
shape its culture.
The guide is divided into three easy-to-follow sections that
will help HR leaders understand trauma and its impact on
individuals and organizations, connect trauma-informed practices to
the pillars of psychological safety, determine a trauma-informed
approach for the organization, and become trauma-informed in
everyday interactions.
McLean & Company reminds HR leaders that the guide has been
designed to help HR and people leaders to become familiar with and
adapt trauma-informed practices, but that being trauma-informed
does not involve delivering trauma interventions. Though HR plays a
role in supporting access to trauma-specific care services, such as
through expanding benefits, trauma-specific care must be delivered
by certified mental health professionals.
To access the full resource, including actionable tactics to
prevent harm, promote health, and resolve incidents to foster a
trauma-informed workplace, please visit Introduction to
Trauma-Informed Workplaces for HR.
To attend upcoming free webinars on a variety of topics or
explore the publicly available archive of recorded sessions, please
visit McLean & Company's webinars page.
McLean Signature 2024
To register for McLean Signature, the premier industry
conference for future-focused HR leaders hosted by McLean &
Company from October 27 to 29 at the
Red Rock Casino
Resort & Spa in Las Vegas,
Nevada, please visit the official Signature event
page.
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members, that help shape workplaces where everyone thrives.
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